Senior Cook

Reno, NV, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $22.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Training and Development

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401k plan

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in quality of life services, specializing in food service, facilities management, and integrated solutions for a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, education, business, and government sectors. At RENOWN SOUTH MEADOWS MEDICAL CENTER, Sodexo offers innovative and high-quality services designed to improve the overall well-being of patients, staff, and visitors. The company prides itself on fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and encouraged to bring their authentic selves. Sodexo's commitment extends beyond business; it aims to contribute meaningfully to social, economic, and environmental progress within communities it serves.

The Senior Cook position at Sodexo, based at the RENOWN SOUTH MEADOWS MEDICAL CENTER, is a full-time opportunity with a stable pay rate of $22.00 per hour. This role is essential in delivering exceptional food service by preparing and presenting nutritious meals with excellent quality and customer service. Working morning shifts on varying days, the Senior Cook is a skilled team player dedicated to reducing food waste and enhancing the dining experience. The job involves preparing a variety of hot and cold food items across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special catered events. Attention to detail, adherence to complex recipes, and expertise in classical and contemporary cooking methods are vital.

The Senior Cook not only focuses on food preparation but may also provide oversight to production staff, including training and task delegation, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. A successful candidate is adaptable, reliable, and prioritizes maintaining a healthy and safe working environment for all team members. This role offers significant career development opportunities within Sodexo, including access to ongoing training, professional advancement, and comprehensive benefits for work-life balance and personal growth. Sodexo values a supportive work culture where employees have their ideas heard and feel part of a larger mission to create a better everyday life for everyone.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 4 years of cooking experience in a related field
Ability to work morning shifts on varying days
Must be able to follow complex recipes
Capable of overseeing production staff and assigning tasks
Strong communication skills
Ability to maintain punctuality and regular attendance

Job Qualifications

4 or more years of related work experience preferred
Team-oriented and adaptable
Ability to nurture a healthy and safe working environment
Reliable and punctual
Knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques
Strong customer service skills

Job Duties

Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events
Follow complex recipes and/or product directions
Produce small to large batch goods using advanced and full range of classical and contemporary cooking, plating and garnishing techniques
May have oversight over the production staff, train and assign tasks
Attend work and show for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
Perform other duties as assigned, varying by account and business necessities